The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A highlights Jesus as
the light that leads people out of darkness. The readings show how God calls
people to unity and invites them to follow Jesus.
- Light
in darkness: Isaiah speaks of people walking in darkness who see a
great light. Jesus brings this light by preaching and healing in Galilee.
- Call
to unity: Paul urges the Corinthians to be united and not divided.
Following Jesus means working together and not focusing on human leaders.
- Jesus
calls disciples: Jesus calls Simon, Andrew, James, and John to follow
Him. They leave everything behind to be with Him.
- Repent
and believe: Jesus begins His preaching with a call to repentance. He
invites people to change their ways and trust in God.
- God’s
plan unfolds: The prophecy in Isaiah is fulfilled in Jesus. His
presence in Galilee shows that God’s promises come true.
- Spreading
the good news: Jesus goes from town to town preaching and healing. He
shows that the message of God’s kingdom is for everyone.
God brings light, calls people to follow Jesus, and asks for unity. The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A reminds people to trust in God’s plan.
ENTRANCE :
1. Diha sa Halaran
2. Himaya Kanimo
3. Bayan Magsiawit Na
4. City of God
5. Come with Praise
READINGS:
- First
Reading – Isaiah
8:23–9:3: God transformed the fortunes of Zebulun and Naphtali,
bringing light to their darkness, joy like a harvest, and breaking the
bonds of oppression, reminiscent of Midian’s defeat.
- Responsorial
Psalm – Psalm
27: The Lord is my light and my salvation.
- The
Lord is my light, salvation, and stronghold, eliminating all fear. I
desire to dwell in His presence forever, confidently expecting to see His
goodness in my life.
- Second
Reading – 1
Corinthians 1:10-13, 17: I urge unity and no divisions among you, to
avoid factions that claim allegiance to different leaders. Christ alone
should be our focus, not human leaders.
- Gospel – Matthew
4:12-23: Jesus retreated to Galilee, fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy by
bringing light to a darkened region. He began preaching repentance and
assembled his first disciples, starting his ministry of teaching,
proclaiming, and healing.
OFFERTORY:
1. Ang Pagtawag
2. Dios Nia Ko
3. Pag-aalay ng Sarili
4. Paghahandog ng Sarili
5. Panalangin sa Pagiging Bukas Palad
6. Take and Receive
7. Prayer for Generosity
COMMUNION:
1. Mangingisda ug Tawo
2. Ang Tawag sa Panahon
3. Pagkakaibigan
4. Panunumpa
5. Hesus ng Aking Buhay
6. Mangingisda ng Tao
7. Awit ng Paghilom
8. Pastorale
9. Hear I am Lord
10. Prayer of St. Francis
RECESSIONAL:
1. Ang Tawag
2. Ang Atong Tulubagon
3. Kinsa?
4. Pananagutan
5. Sinong Makapaghihiwalay
6. Before the Sun Burned Bright
